2011 Tryout Schedule - 12U
Players: Be sure to contact the team and confirm dates, times, and locations. Arrive early to register and warm-up.
Anchor Bay Angels 12U
| City/Area: | New Baltimore |
League: | MABF |
| Contact: | Joe Schulwitz
(586) 839-7447
kschulwitz123@comcast.net |
| Team Info: | A 3rd year competitive federation/travel baseball team looking for experienced baseball players. Looking for talent in all positions, including pitchers and catchers.
Our focus is to develop better baseball skills and sportsmanship to prepare the players for high school and beyond.
Experienced coaching in all areas of the game.
The Angels will participate in a minimum of 3 weekend tournaments (possible overnights) and we will be going to Cooperstown. Check out our website for more information.
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| Tryout Notes: | Please arrive a half-hour to an hour early for registration and warm-ups. |
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Ann Arbor A's 12U
| City/Area: | Ann Arbor |
League: | KVBSA |
| Contact: | Gold – Craig Wotta - cwotta@umich.edu
Green – Mark Lemak - lemakmr@gmail.com
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| Team Info: | The Ann Arbor A's 12U age group will have two teams: Gold and Green.The Gold team will be playing the highest competitive level in the KVBSA and participate in 6-7 tournaments.
We have a strong returning core of kids that finished 2nd in the 2010 KVBSA West division and won two tournaments. This team will be looking for highly skilled player(s) with travel experience.
The Green team will also participate in the KVBSA in 2011. It will play at a competitive level below the Gold Team, participating in 3-4 tournaments.
The team enjoyed a strong first season of play in 2010, collecting 19 wins. The team looks to add several players capable of pitching and fielding multiple positions.
Travel experience is preferred, but not required. |
| Tryout Notes: | Both teams will be filling their rosters at the tryouts. Please arrive 30 minutes early to check in and get warmed up. If you cannot make August 28th, please email the coaches above to discuss options. |
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Bay Area Bulls 12U
| City/Area: | New Baltimore |
League: | MABF |
| Contact: | Kevin Kukla
586-531-0089
kandc93@aol.com |
| Team Info: | New team with 6 experienced fed players from MABF team from last year. Looking for 5-6 competitive, experienced players. Looking for all positions, especially pitchers and catchers.
Our goal is to develop players for the upcoming High School years and enjoy the game. Clinics and Indoor Winter training facility will be available.
Looking to play in 3 tournaments next year. With at least 1 overnight.
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| Tryout Notes: | Players should come prepared with proper equipment and arrive 30 minutes early to register and warm up. If you are unable to make this tryout and are interested, please contact Coach Kevin for other arrangements |
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Bloomfield Sting 12U
| City/Area: | Bloomfield Hills |
League: | NOBF |
| Contact: | Jay Spenchian
248.881.7222
spench@aol.com |
| Team Info: | 4th year strong team, consistently finishing in the upper division of the NOBF. Have an excellent core group of players, looking to add strong pitchers and infielders.
Participate in league play (20 games) along with multiple tournaments (two out of town last year) - 40 games per year.
Will take a trip to Cooperstown to Dreams Park next July.
Experienced coaching staff with extensive high school baseball experience.
Our focus is on developing players skills and character to prepare them for high school play while thoroughly enjoying the game of baseball.
We are proud that each year our boys have said the top reason they play Sting baseball is to have fun. |
| Tryout Notes: | Please arrive 15 minutes early to register. If you are unable to make any of the tryouts, please contact Coach Spenchian to schedule a private workout. |
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Canton Cardinals 12U
| City/Area: | Canton |
League: | KVBSA |
| Contact: | Alan Zidzik
734.397.5739
l.zidzik@sbcglobal.net |
| Team Info: | Our travel baseball program is designed to attract the player who seeks a more competitive and serious baseball experience.
We are committed to preserving a high level of competition in the travel baseball community while maintaining integrity of the program.
Focus is on developing player skills and sportsmanship in preparation for high school and beyond.
The Canton Cardinals will participate in a travel baseball league and will enter a minimum of 3 and maximum of 7 weekend tournaments - possibly Cooperstown or Ripken Baseball in Myrtle Beach.
A maximum of 2 non resident players may be on this team. |
| Tryout Notes: | Register for tryouts here. Players are encouraged to attend both tryouts, but must attend at least one of the tryouts to be considered for the team. |
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Detroit Metro Stars 12U
| City/Area: | Shelby Township |
League: | MABF |
| Contact: | Fred Julio
fredjulio@wideopenwest.com |
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Downriver Demons 12U
| City/Area: | Wyandotte |
League: | NWSL |
| Contact: | Blair Adams
demonsbball123@yahoo.com |
| Team Info: | A competitive travel baseball program that had a successful season this past summer. We play in the NWSL and 5-6 tournaments.
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| Tryout Notes: | Please arrive 15 minutes early to register and warm up. If unable to make the tryout, contact me about setting up a private tryout. If you have any questions, feel free to ask. |
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Farmington Hills Mud Hens 12U
| City/Area: | Farmington / Farmington Hills |
League: | KVBSA |
| Contact: | Steve Bean
248.426.0609
fhmudhens@yahoo.com |
| Team Info: | 4th year team. Strong core players returning.
Will play in the KVBSA and 4-5 tournaments. 1 of the tournaments will either be a trip to Cooperstown or Ripken Baseball in Myrtle Beach. There will be one additional out-of-town tourney.
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| Tryout Notes: | Please arrive 15 minutes early to register. If unable to make tryout, please contact Coach Bean to arrange private tryout. |
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Fenton Tigers Travel Baseball 12U
| City/Area: | Fenton and surrounding areas |
League: | KVBSA |
| Contact: | fttb.board@gmail.com |
| Team Info: | FTTB offers a competitive travel baseball program. We compete in KVBSA and several weekend tournaments.
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| Tryout Notes: | Pre-registration begins 30 minutes before tryout. |
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Grand Blanc Travel Baseball 12U
| City/Area: | Grand Blanc |
League: | GFBL |
| Contact: | gbtravelbaseball@gmail.com |
| Team Info: | Players are asked to bring bats and gloves to the tryout as well as long pants. They will put through a myriad of drills including fielding, throwing and hitting.
Those interested in pitching for their respective teams will also have the opportunity to throw for the coaches.
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| Tryout Notes: | Players will need to attend two of the three dates listed to be considered for a spot on a team. |
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Hartland Travel Baseball 12U
| City/Area: | Hartland |
League: | KVBSA |
| Contact: | Jerry Glasco
248-889-2647
gglasco@umflint.edu |
| Team Info: | HAYAA Baseball/Softball offers a competitive travel program. We participate in KVBSA and play teams from Livingston, Oakland, Washtenaw and Wayne Counties.
Also, we participate in weekend tournaments throughout the state playing a 30 - 40 game schedule starting in early April and playing through the end of July.
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| Tryout Notes: | Final team selection will be made no later than September 15, 2010. Please come to tryouts wearing baseball pants, hat and cleats and bring your glove. |
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Howell Hawks 12U
| City/Area: | Howell |
League: | KVBSA |
| Contact: | Roger Hannibal
roger_hannibal@cable.comcast.com |
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Howell Hurricanes 12U
| City/Area: | Livingston County |
League: | KVBSA |
| Contact: | Eric Olson
989-329-1104
nicsmom101@yahoo.com |
| Team Info: | The Hurricanes are an "A" level team playing in KVBSA. Looking for 3 - 4 strong ballplayers to add to our solid core.
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Huron Valley Rebels 12U
| City/Area: | Highland / White Lake / Milford |
League: | KVBSA |
| Contact: | John Hawes
Hawes@biworldwide.com |
| Team Info: | Team plays in the KVBSA League and 4 – 6 tournaments throughout the season.
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Jason Thompson Baseball Tigers 12U
| City/Area: | Oakland County |
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| Contact: | Matt Thompson
248.917.6288
mjthompson11@gmail.com |
| Team Info: | The Tigers will be a tournament team.
Looking to add serious, experienced players that love the game of baseball!
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Jet Box Baseball Club 12U
| City/Area: | Macomb County |
League: | MABF |
| Contact: | jetboxinfo@gmail.com |
| Team Info: | New 12U team formed under the Jet Box Baseball Club Organization.
We leverage the 40+ years of baseball experience of the Jet Box Baseball Club to provide top notch training at an affordable price.
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| Coaching Staff: | Former college and professional players who have played on the Jet Box adult team work with each team to assist in providing an excellent baseball experience.
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Lakes Area Dodgers 12U
| City/Area: | North Oakland County |
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| Contact: | Darren Adolfs
248.814.0716
dpmadolfs2@aol.com |
| Team Info: | The 2011- 12U Lakes Area Dodgers will be a tournament team and will play in select games during the week.
This team will play 10-12 tournaments (the majority will be local but one or two will be out of town). In July of 2011 this team will participate at Cooperstown.
The team has interest in players at all positions, especially pitchers and catchers. Also looking for people willing to make the time commitment to help coach the team.
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| Player Needs: | Team reports they need players to complete their roster. Contact the team for more information. |
| Tryout Notes: | Contact team to schedule an individual tryout. Players interested in Fall Baseball (August – October 2010) should use the same contact information |
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Linedrive Pirates 12U
| City/Area: | Macomb County |
League: | MABF |
| Contact: | Jeremiah S. Shaw
586-292-9848
jshawbball@wowway.com |
| Team Info: | Played 2010 season in MABF. First year Federation team finished with winning record, looking to add to core group of players. Participate in league play and multiple tournaments.
If you are looking to be part of something special this is the team for you. Coaches have college experience, as well as special instruction from current professionals.
Player development and maximizing player potential is our specialty.
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| Tryout Notes: | Contact Jeremiah for more information. |
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Livonia Travel 12U
| City/Area: | Livonia |
League: | KVBSA |
| Contact: | Brian Dewhirst
wd219@aol.com |
| Team Info: | We play a more competitive style of baseball against teams in KVBSA from several surrounding communities. We are a Federal Nonprofit organization and are privileged to have sponsorship of Livonia Park
Our goal is to prepare your player with the necessary skill set to not only increase their knowledge of the game, but to become better baseball players. We currently have past Livonia Travel players
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Metro Detroit Elite Baseball 12U
| City/Area: | Macomb County |
League: | MABF |
| Contact: | Tim McEvoy
313-378-8457
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| Team Info: | Metro Detroit Elite Baseball is a 12U team entering its first year of existence.
We are a fundamental based team that concentrates on improving the skill set of each player to get them to the next level.
We want to give the ball player the opportunity to compete for a varsity spot entering high school.
Team will be working out of 2SP, an elite training facility, in Madison Heights and the players will be working closely with the staff to hone their athletic ability.
The practice schedule starts in November. We will play 6 tournaments and will play in the MABF. |
| Coaching Staff: | The coaches are Tim McEvoy and Matt Williams. They are non-parent coaches.
Both are college graduates and played 4 years of college baseball. Both were scholarship players and received All-Conference. |
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Michigan Blue Jays 12U
| City/Area: | Ypsilanti |
League: | KVBSA |
| Contact: | Tom Dishman
734.646.3820
tdish07@yahoo.com |
| Team Info: | Provide an environment for every player to improve their skill as far as their talent and determination allows.
Continue our success as one of the top three teams in Michigan with top 5 finish in a national tournament.
Prepare the players for strong and successful high school and careers and prepare them for college baseball.
Represent our sponsors, coaches and families by demonstrating good sportsmanship, hustle and respect for the game of baseball.
Visit the Blue Jays on Facebook. |
| Tryout Notes: | Pre-registration begins 30 minutes before tryout. |
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Michigan Bulldogs [Livonia] 12U
| City/Area: | Livonia |
League: | KVBSA |
| Contact: | Jim Rintala
734.812.0952
jdrathome@yahoo.com |
| Team Info: | We are a 2nd year team. We will be playing in the KVBSA League and will play 20-25 league games.
We also will be playing 4-5 tournaments and planning on going to Cooperstown to play.
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| Tryout Notes: | Please arrive 15 min early to register. |
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Michigan Mustangs 12U
| City/Area: | Washtenaw County |
League: | KVBSA |
| Contact: | Scott Barrett
734.546.3025
barrett@gw.lincoln.k12.mi.us |
| Team Info: | 3rd year team with strong group of core returners. Play in the KVBSA and will attend 5 tournaments in 2011, including a trip to Cooperstown.
49-28 record the past 2 seasons, including 3 tournament championships, and a BPA World Series appearance.
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| Tryout Notes: | Looking for experienced travel ball players. Please contact Coach Scott Barrett if interested. Tryouts planned for mid to late August. |
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Michigan Red Sox 12U
| City/Area: | Troy / Birmingham / Bloomfield |
League: | NOBF |
| Contact: | Ken Mittlebrun
kenneth.mittelbrun@morganstanleysmithbarney.com |
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Milan Big Reds 12U
| City/Area: | Milan and surrounding areas |
League: | KVBSA |
| Contact: | Ron Reed
bigredtravelball@gmail.com |
| Team Info: | Big Red Travel baseball offers a competitive travel baseball program at an affordable rate. We compete in KVBSA and several weekend tournaments.
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Oakland Predators 12U
| City/Area: | Oakland County |
League: | NOBF |
| Contact: | Doug Czajkowski
248.499.9118
dczajkowski@comcast.net |
| Team Info: | Team is a second year North Oakland Baseball Federation (NOBF) team. We are seeking 3-4 players to fill out a proven core group.
The team will utilize indoor training this winter and will play a full NOBF schedule and at least 4 local tournaments next season.
We will also field a team in the Jason Thompson Baseball Fall League , which begins an 8 game schedule on August 14.
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| Tryout Notes: | If the tryout dates don't work for you, please call to discuss an individual tryout. |
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Oakland Reds Elite Baseball Club 12U
| City/Area: | Commerce/Oakland County |
League: | KVBSA |
| Contact: | Greg Krom
oaklandreds@ymail.com |
| Team Info: | Team will play in a league plus 6-8 tournaments. Teams will compete at a high level, with a strong emphasis placed on Player Development.
A comprehensive indoor off season training program will begin in the fall.
We are seeking skilled players and dedicated parents with the drive and desire to develop and build a strong platform for High school, College and beyond.
Join our team and become part of a winning tradition.
Director of Player Development and Head Instructor is Coach Cory Conrad. He established and led the REDSUSA Baseball program (www.redsusa.com) in San Diego to 14 National Championships over 10 years. |
| Coaching Staff: | Major league players that came from his San Diego program include: Cole Hamels (Phillies); Mike Leake (Reds); and Hank Blalock (Rays).
Coach Conrad's expertise and our coaching staff have a proven track record to take players to the next level. |
| Tryout Notes: | Pre-registration required. Please email the following: Player Name, Birthdate, 2010 Team/League, top 2 positions played, Parent names, email and phone. Arrive 30 minutes early for Registration and Warmup. |
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Pinckney Pirates 12U
| City/Area: | Pinckney |
League: | KVBSA |
| Contact: | Paul Pomo - (734) 355-2569
Scott Acree - sacree@pinckneyball.org - (517) 861-7482
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| Team Info: | Travel Fee is $275. The fee consists of uniform (pant, t-shirt, jersey, hat, socks, belt), field maintenance for KVBSA games, umpires for KVBSA games.
All tournaments (except for the Pirate Baseball Classic) are extra. 12U team will attend the Cooperstown Dreams Park tournament in Cooperstown. Fundraising will be required.
Kensington Valley Baseball & Softball Association (KVBSA) is the league we will play in. KVBSA Season will begin April 15 & end around July 15, 2011.
Schedules will vary with age group & could consist of 20-25 games. With tournaments teams could play between 40 - 60 games for the 2011 season.
You must attend at least 1 tryout, all players are urged to attend both tryouts. |
| Tryout Notes: | There will be a $100.00 deposit due at try-outs. Please visit our website for details. |
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Richfield Renegades 12U
| City/Area: | Richfield Township |
League: | GFBL |
| Contact: | Larry Green
810.423.6561
steelheader132000@yahoo.com |
| Tryout Notes: | If your unable to attend these tryouts and would like a private tryout please email Larry. |
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Saline Stix 12U
| City/Area: | Saline |
League: | KVBSA |
| Contact: | Mike Schwartzenberger
stixbaseball@verizon.net |
| Team Info: | We are looking to add to our core of strong players to continue building upon the success the team has had the past two years.
The team will complete in the KVBSA league and 8 tournaments (approximately 50-60 games).
We plan to play a tournament schedule that will include a trip to Cooperstown along with competitive events in Michigan, Ohio and Indiana.
Please visit our website for additional information at salinestix.com.
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| Tryout Notes: | Registration will begin 15 minutes prior to tryout. |
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South Farmington Blues 12U
| City/Area: | Farmington / Farmington Hills |
League: | KVBSA |
| Contact: | Pete Finn
248-767-5617
PETER.FINN@farmington.k12.mi.us |
| Team Info: | Team finished runner-up in Brighton Classic Tournament and KVBSA Playoff Tournament.
Team will play in the KVBSA league along with attending 5-6 tournaments including Cooperstown.
Team will practice during offseason at an indoor facility.
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| Coaching Staff: | Team is coached by Farmington High School Varsity Coach Pete Finn and JV Coach Steve Korpusik.
Both coaches bring their vast teaching experience in developing younger players the fundamentals of the game combined with encouragement and discipline making for a great team experience. |
| Tryout Notes: | Please arrive 15 minutes early to register. If unable to make tryout, please contact Coach Finn to arrange private tryout. |
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South Lyon Travel 12U
| City/Area: | South Lyon |
League: | KVBSA |
| Contact: | Dean Whitcomb
SLJLTravel-Boys@sljl.org |
| Team Info: | The South Lyon Junior League offers a competitive travel program that participates in the KVBSA and various tournaments.
Our focus is player development, sportsmanship and competition. Each team can have up to 25% non-resident players.
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| Tryout Notes: | Registration begins 30 minutes prior to tryout start times. |
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South Oakland A's 12U
| City/Area: | Madison Heights |
League: | MABF |
| Contact: | Mike Held
mheld@deloitte.com |
| Team Info: | Looking for players that want to play baseball at the highest level and compete against the best. Our success means our teams are invited to many invitational tournaments.
Our teams have shown in the past that they can compete with the best, including several Cooperstown DreamsPark Weekly Championships and a National Championship.
We focus on the development of players to reach their personal best, increase their skill levels, and prepare for high school baseball and beyond.
We have our own practice facility and offer exceptional learning opportunities for 12 year old players.
The A's will offer a complete winter program along with a competitive baseball schedule for the 2011 season. Please contact us if you are interested in learning more. |
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Southeastern Hurricanes 12U
| City/Area: | Downriver |
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| Contact: | Joe Cortez
josecortez9029@yahoo.com |
| Team Info: | We will be a tournament team only in 2011. There may be 1 or 2 out of state tournaments and team will be going to Cooperstown.
Team will be playing in Major and Open Tournaments.
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Sterling Titans 12U
| City/Area: | Sterling Heights |
League: | MABF |
| Contact: | Mike Guitar
586.536.9313
sterlingtitans@gmail.com |
| Team Info: | 4th year team looking to add one special player to our very solid core. We are looking for an around player who excels at pitching.
The team will compete in the MABF and play in 5-6 tournaments. One of the tournaments will include either Cooperstown or Cal Ripken
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| Tryout Notes: | Contact team for information regarding a tryout. |
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Troy Bulldogs 12U
| City/Area: | Troy |
League: | NOBF |
| Contact: | Mike McLaughlin
586.817.8077
mmclaughlin@bannerengineering.com |
| Team Info: | Played 2010 season in the NOBF. First year team that finished five games above .500. Looking to add to core group of players.
Participate in league play along with multiple tournaments. Experienced coaching staff that included winter instruction from local high school coaches.
Our focus is on developing each players skills and character preparing them for high school baseball
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| Tryout Notes: | Please arrive 15 minutes early to register. If you are unable to make a tryout, please contact Coach McLaughlin to arrange an private workout. |
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Troy Cardinals 12U
| City/Area: | Troy |
League: | NOBF |
| Contact: | Rick Zoltowski
248.736.4236
rickzo@yahoo.com |
| Team Info: | We will play scrimmages in the late summer and fall of 2010, 25 regular season games and 2 – 4 tournaments beginning May 2011 in the North Oakland Baseball Federation.
Outdoor practices in good weather and likely 12 indoor practices during the colder months.
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| Tryout Notes: | As of July 2, 2010, team reports they need pitchers and any player with strong batting and fielding skills to complete their roster. Contact the team for more information. |
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Warren Bandits 12U
| City/Area: | Warren/Macomb County |
League: | MABF |
| Contact: | Bob Dohn
248-755-8818
bob.dohn@hdsupply.com
Dave Homic
586-291-3658
dmhomic@wowway.com
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| Team Info: | In 2011, we will be returning to compete in the MABF with a core group of players and will also be participating in tournaments in the Greater Detroit area.
Our coaching staff is interested in developing a team that combines the highest ideals of teamwork, sportsmanship, individual skill sets, and competitive spirit.
Also seeking to build a community atmosphere for parents and players.
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| Tryout Notes: | Arrive 15 minutes early to register. Call contact if a weather cancellation is possible. |
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